"I'm hoping the League Cup isn't going to my last chance to play this season," Otsemobor told the Echo.
"With Jamie Carragher and Steve Finnan out, I'm well aware there is a bit of an opening at right back at the moment and of course I'd love to play against Newcastle, but the competition is still strong.
"Even when those two are out, it's still not easy to get into the team. All you can do is keep your fingers crossed. You have to believe in yourself and think you can make sure you're still involved.
"All I can do when I get my chance is play to the best of my ability. The decision about whether I play regularly is down to the boss. I can do no more than the best I can."
Does Otsemobor deserve a place in the first team?